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Pharmacology Ch.42 - Treatment of Eczema and Psoriasis
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the term used to describe a group of diseases where there is an inherited tendency to develop other allergic conditions? | Atopic |
| A chronic disease to the skin that is an allergic condition. | Atopic dermatitis |
| Pertaining to the skin. | Cutaneous |
| Described as inflammation of the skin. | Dermatitis |
| What is a general term used to describe many different types of inflammation to the skin? | Eczema |
| Aggravation, symptoms or increases in the severity of the disease is called.. | Exacerbation |
| This involves exposing the skin to ultraviolet A or B light waves. Also is treatment for atopic dermatitis. | Phototherapy |
| Itchy, red patches covered with silvery scales which is a chronic disease of the skin. | Psoriasis |
| The lessening in severity or an abatement of symptoms. | Remission |